Synopsis:
Nick is a single, Italian-American guy from NJ. His parents retired to Florida.
He sees both sets of grandparents every Sunday for dinner. The dream job he's
been waiting for -- marketing executive -- would take him away from his
beloved, but annoying, grandparents. Thus begins a series of schemes to keep
Nick around. How could he betray his family's love to move to Seattle for a
job? In this delightful and touching comedy they do their level best to make
him change his mind.

Character Breakdown:

Nick Cristano

Late 20s-Early 30s.
High-strung, excitable, loyal grandson. Trying to find a way to honor the
past while growing up and moving toward his future.

Frank Gianelli

Can look 60s plus.
Maternal grandfather and husband of Aida. Patriarch, family is the center of
his world. Worked hard to provide a better life for his descendants and he
does not want to slow down. Straight shooter.

Aida Gianelli

Can look 60s plus.
Maternal grandmother and wife of Frank. Shows her love through her cooking.
Caregiver. Well-meaning but overbearing.

Nunzio Cristano

Can look 60s plus.
Paternal grandfather and husband of Emma. Wisecracking and loud but
full of heart. Great storyteller, charismatic, strong.

Emma Cristano

Can look 60s plus.
Paternal grandmother and wife of Nunzio. Loud and strong woman. Tells it like
it is. Schemes to keep Nick around. Loves her husband.

Caitlin O’Hare

Mid to Late 20s. Irish,
envies that all of Nick’s grandparents are around. Charming, opinionated.
Wants to find love.

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